Rix-Amber
IMO: 9171101
Deck Cargo Ship, Cyprus
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Vessel Details
MMSI
212900000
Callsign
5BKQ4
Width
13.0 m
Length
88.0 m
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2024-12-20
Position: Cook
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Latest News (2)
Crew member collapsed during canal transit
On Oct 5, 2023, at around 6 p.m. LT a crew member of the 'Rix Amber' collapsed on board the ship, which was en route from Leixoes to Ahus, during the eastbound transit of the Kiel Canal, and was in need of immediate medical care. Both canal ferries which are sailing between Rendsburg and Schacht-Audorf were deployed to the emergency. The 'Rix Amber' berthed in the communal port of Rendsburg after the incident.
RIX AMBER 9171101
In the morning of Jan 26, 2013, at 6.30 a.m. the "Nordica" allided with two gates of the small Northern lock of the Kiel Canal in Kiel-Holtenau, one of which was severely damaged. The ship had suffered an engine failure and was unable to go Astern when entering the lock. The ship was enroute from Sczcecin via Vierow East to Boston. The ship proceeded to the Voith Quay in Kiel for investigations at 9.30 a.m. It was escorted by the SFK-tug "Kiel". The lock had to be closed for ship traffic after the accident leaving only the large locks in service as the second small lock was already out of service for repairs. German report with photos: http://www.kn-online.de/Schleswig-Holstein/Nord-Ostsee-Kanal/Frachter-rammt-Schleusentor
Frequently Asked Questions
🤕 Were there any injuries or accidents on Rix-Amber?
Based on available news reports, Rix-Amber has been mentioned in connection with injury-related incidents. There have been 2 news reports mentioning injury incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🛠️ Did Rix-Amber experience any breakdowns or mechanical failures?
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⚙️ Did Rix-Amber have any engine problems?
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💥 Was Rix-Amber involved in any collisions?
Based on available news reports, Rix-Amber has been mentioned in connection with collision-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning collisions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.